Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wedd.) Babu & A.N.Henry
Source:
tro
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Taxon 19: 651 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001035335
Common Names
- Neodistemon indicus
- Indian Neodistemon
- Indian False Daisy
Description
Neodistemon indicus (also called Indian Neodistemon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It typically grows in moist, shady areas such as rainforests and moist woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Neodistemon indicus is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has also been used as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neodistemon indicus has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neodistemon indicus is a shrub that is native to India. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Neodistemon indicus
Neodistemon indicus can be found in the tropical rainforests of India.
Species in the Neodistemon genus
Species in the Urticaceae family
Archiboehmeria atrata,
Astrothalamus reticulatus,
Australina flaccida,
Australina pusilla,
Australina pusilla,
Boehmeria aspera,
Boehmeria balslevii,
Boehmeria beyeri,
Boehmeria brevirostris,
Boehmeria bullata,
Boehmeria burgeriana,
Boehmeria caudata,
Boehmeria celtidifolia,
Boehmeria clidemioides,
Boehmeria conica,
Boehmeria cylindrica,
Boehmeria densiflora,
Boehmeria depauperata,
Boehmeria didymogyne,
Boehmeria dura,
Boehmeria egregia,
Boehmeria excelsa,
Boehmeria grandis,
Boehmeria hamiltoniana,
Boehmeria helferi,
Boehmeria heterophylla,
Boehmeria holosericea,
Boehmeria japonica,
Boehmeria kiusiana,
Boehmeria kurzii,
Boehmeria lanceolata,
Boehmeria martii,
Boehmeria multiflora,
Boehmeria nakashimae,
Boehmeria nivea,
Boehmeria ourantha,
Boehmeria pavonii,
Boehmeria penduliflora,
Boehmeria pilosiuscula,
Boehmeria platanifolia,
Boehmeria polystachya,
Boehmeria radiata,
Boehmeria ramiflora,
Boehmeria repens,
Boehmeria rugosissima,
Boehmeria siamensis,
Boehmeria sieboldiana,
Boehmeria spicigera,
Boehmeria splitgerbera,
Boehmeria ternifolia,